@lcdrski
American looking for information about Philippines
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Lives in Baguio, Cordillera
Registration: 04 October 2021
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Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) by picomanning
Can anyone provide tips or comments about obtaining the SRRV(visa)? Recommend a consultant or hand holding service to obtain, and etc?
@picomanning hi I just got my SRRV. Contact m***. Her husband on this site . Contact her 1st the no cost. She’s in makati. If questions pm me Facebook J***ki. Different levels but have to be over 50. Read More
Land ownership changes? by wrevans02
It appears Thailand is changing their laws to allow qualified foreign expats to own land without a spouse. Anyone know if Philippines will follow? I am tempted to relocate but I am waiting to learn more on inheritance laws there.
@wrevans02 no Read More
Wise Exchange Rate Today June 16, 2022 by Enzyte Bob
Today I transferred money from the US.     Wise's exchange rate was P53.36 per US dollar.   (June 16, 2022)coach with that exchange rate (P317) you can buy 1lb of Swedish Meatballs at Ikea. in fact ...
@Enzyte Bob what is foreign exchange rate for wise? Thanks Read More
Wise Exchange Rate Today June 16, 2022 by Enzyte Bob
Today I transferred money from the US.     Wise's exchange rate was P53.36 per US dollar.   (June 16, 2022)coach with that exchange rate (P317) you can buy 1lb of Swedish Meatballs at Ikea. in fact ...
@Enzyte Bob what have you seen about part b going up again? Thanks Read More
Health care (Medicare) by Guest34824756
Have you heard of Juventas medical group? They help me with my medical bill while i am here in Philippines, as long as you have your medicare. If you need help too, you can contact them un this what’sapp number 09158532933.Â
Can get third suitcase for 200usd if really want to fill up. Faster than a balakbyan box. Read More
SRRV Expanded Courtesy Visa by DukeStamina
I have a question. I served in the U.S. military for 6 years. I have an honorable discharge and a DD-214; but I am not considered retired military. However, I am now retired from working and I am collecting Social Security. The amount far exceeds ...
What did you pay 370$ for? What did I miss. I’ll need to change my address on card next year so that’s a trip to makati or Clark. I went to marketer first so no fee! Read More
Car purchases in Philippines by onefogarty
Hey!Anyone know how easy or complicated it is for a foreigner to buy a car in the Philippines? I’m thinking of buying a new SUV like a fortuner or something along those lines. Is vehicle insurance expensive? I’ve heard that if one ...
Insurance recommendation? Thanks Read More
Money Transfer by ppjhm
I am an American living outside Cagayan de Oro. I am looking for some output regarding money transfer from the U.S. to the Philippines other than bank to bank wire transfers as my bank's fees are overbearing. If anyone has any suggestion on ...
@Okieboy Hi can you tell me terminology to go US to Peso account from b of a . They are telling me it’s an international wire transfer. 45$ fee. I thought I could go is to pesos for a cut on the exchange rate. Thanks. Jim. Read More
Money Transfer by ppjhm
I am an American living outside Cagayan de Oro. I am looking for some output regarding money transfer from the U.S. to the Philippines other than bank to bank wire transfers as my bank's fees are overbearing. If anyone has any suggestion on ...
@Okieboy hi. I just talked to B of A the only transfer they had at manager level was $45 transfer fee!  I looked in line said I could transfer to another bank acct with router number and account with no fee? I am confused. Have the app on ... Read More
if i buy a land for name of my girlfriend and then i do leasing by giovannigio
If i buy a land for name of my girlfriend and then i do leasing for 50 years , and then if some days i have some problem with she, i want know she still can get back from me that land where i have a house too? I want buy land then build house ...
@Wellsfry my friend good luck. Get the word irrevocable in the contract. Advice from a friend who has been here a long time. My email in lcdrski@gmail.com. Jim.  My SRRV has been approved!! Getting my senior card next! Thanks. Read More
Which is the Best Medical Insurance for retirees moving to Philippines by ylouis2
Hi,Me (US Citizen) and my Filipina wife (Also US Citizen) we planning to move to Manila Philippines and retire in 2024. We already have a condo at Eastwood. We would like to know what will be the best medical insurance for us in the Philippines. I ...
Hi. Can anyone give me thread to medical insurance in the PI? I want to settle in San Antonio Zambales area. Need air evac to get me to Manila or clark if something happens. Thanks. Jim Read More
SRRV Payments by elnidophill
did you already pay All money, who has experience???
Thanks, safe travels.  Has anyone that applied for SRRV after 24 March 2022 gotten their final visa and how long did it take? JIM Read More
Keep BOA or transfer funds to new bank? by Tariq1983
How has everybody been?! So is everyone is quite aware I’m leaving to the Philippines in roughly 3 weeks. I’ve taken care of everything that needs to be taken care of with the exception of my Covid test which I will get done the day of ...
To transfer from one us account to another use Zelle. I transfer from BofA to NFCU with now problem. Just need 2 email addresses one for each Zelle account. When I get my visa I will open peso account and BofA will transfer dollars directly with no ... Read More
SRRV Payments by elnidophill
did you already pay All money, who has experience???
emvaningen, hope you are doing well. Hope to see you when my SRRV is ready! JIMÂ Read More
Best place to Exchange US Dollars for PHP by eptowing
Hello EveryoneI am leaving for my first trip to the Philippines in 10 days. I will be there for a little over 2 months. So I am wondering where is the best place to exchange my US dollars for peso's. I know you can do it at the air port but are you ...
Reminder only bring crisp mint looking 100’s. Read More